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If you get hurt on the job, there are many questions that must be answered—and fast. This may be handled by a lawyer who has a background in work injury claims or lawsuits. A workers' compensation lawyer, like those at Morgan & Morgan, can answer many different common questions around the… Read more
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Workers’ compensation represents an insurance plan purchased by employers to cover the financial losses caused by a workplace accident. Every state but Texas operates under some form of a workers’ compensation insurance program that private employers must participate in to help employees recover… Read more
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Referred to as “The Silent Killer,” carbon monoxide represents an odorless and colorless gas that according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) kills more than 400 Americans each year. An additional 50,000 victims of the deadly gas receive treatment for unintentional carbon… Read more
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Forty-nine out of 50 states require employers in the private sector to purchase workers’ compensation insurance to cover the financial losses caused by workplace accidents. When an employee sustains one or more injuries as the result of a workplace accident, the employee must follow certain steps… Read more
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Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints that can cause extreme pain and even loss of mobility. The disease tends to worsen with age, though people of all ages are affected. If you have arthritis and are no longer able to perform at work, you may be wondering if you can collect disability… Read more
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Back and spinal injuries can have devastating consequences for accident victims. But many people wonder about what steps they should take when they have sustained a back injury at work. With the help of a knowledgeable personal injury attorney, workplace injury victims can pursue financial… Read more
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The term whistleblower has dominated news headlines across the country for years. But what exactly is a whistleblower, and what do they do? We'll discuss this and so much more in this article. What Is a Whistleblower?A whistleblower is an individual or entity that reports fraud, abuse,… Read more
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A whistleblower is an individual, frequently an employee, who shares information about the conduct within an organization, whether private or public, that is considered illegal, immoral, prohibited, unsafe, or fraudulent. People with knowledge of individuals or companies that are engaging in… Read more
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The Whistleblower Protection Act is a federal law designed to protect government workers who report unlawful practices, abuses of authority, and dangers to public safety. Senator Carl Levin (D—MI) introduced the bill in January 1989. The Senate passed it unanimously that March, and President George… Read more
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A whistleblower is a person who “blows the whistle” by reporting fraud, corruption, abuse, or another illegal or unethical activity to an authority in position to take corrective action. For example, a hospital worker with knowledge of illegal kickbacks to defraud Medicare can file a whistleblower… Read more
